1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1993 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1993 Maserati Shamal is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,216 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Shamal (321 HP) has 301 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 875 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 1993 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Abarth | Maserati |
Model | 500 | Shamal |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 3216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 321 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |